Front and Side Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

Traditional Swimming Pool & Hot Tub

Photo of a medium sized classic side rectangular swimming pool in Cornwall with a bbq area and decking.

Ristrutturazione Complesso La Querce

Arch. Alessandra Cipriani

Facciata principale Casale lato piscina
Inspiration for a large mediterranean front private swimming pool in Florence.

LC HOUSE

Mazal, Diseño Interior & Arquitectura

Inspiration for a large modern front rectangular infinity swimming pool in Other with a pool house.

Lakeway Pool Bath

CG&S Design-Build

Design ideas for a small contemporary side swimming pool in Austin with a pool house.

TipTop Haus

SOLSTICE Planning and Architecture

The front-facing pool and elevated courtyard becomes the epicenter of the entry experience and the focal point of the living spaces.
Photo of a medium sized modern front rectangular above ground swimming pool in Tampa with a water feature and concrete paving.

Modern Coastal Stainless Steel Pool and Spa

Bradford Products

This waterfront, stainless steel pool-spa combo overlooks the Intracoastal Waterway. The raised spa overflows into the pool creating movement and sound. Tucked into the side yard of the home, the placement maximizes yard space, while never compromising the view from the pool.

Crystal Cove

Richard Krantz Architecture Inc

Design ideas for a large mediterranean side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Orange County with a pool house and concrete paving.

Baldridge Lake Cottage

Bonsai Architectural Designs LLC

Design ideas for a contemporary side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Atlanta with a water feature.

Montauk, NY Shingle Style

Robert A. Lenahan Architect AIA PLLC

Design ideas for a coastal side rectangular swimming pool in Boston.

Top Of The Pines

Outdoor Living LLC

Natural Shape Pool
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional side custom shaped natural swimming pool in Detroit with a pool house and brick paving.

Cresta Leisure Latest Work

Cresta Leisure Ltd.

Photo of a medium sized contemporary side rectangular lengths hot tub in Dorset with natural stone paving.

Hydeaway Pool House

Schwartz and Architecture

Matthew Millman
This is an example of a small modern front rectangular lengths swimming pool in San Francisco with concrete slabs and a water feature.

Carlton Plunge Pool

Momentum Pools

This is an example of a small contemporary side rectangular swimming pool in Melbourne with decking and fencing.

Hawthorn Pool

The Garden Company

Inspiration for a contemporary side rectangular swimming pool in Melbourne with decking.

Open Pavillion Pool House w/Exterior Fireplace

Kemper Associates Architects, LLC

Beautiful pavilion style pool house with kitchen, eating area, bathroom along with exterior fireplace and seating area.
This is an example of a small traditional side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Bridgeport with a pool house.

Harbor Hill

Jacobsen Architecture, LLC

Simon Jacobsen
Design ideas for a medium sized beach style side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Boston with natural stone paving and a pool house.

Manhattan Beach House

C. W. Howe Partners Inc.

This is an example of a small modern side rectangular natural swimming pool in Los Angeles with a water feature and tiled flooring.

Saddle River Residence

Magic Landscaping, Inc.

Magic Landscaping, Inc- New Jersey Landscape Designer & Contractor.
Medium sized classic side rectangular natural hot tub in New York with natural stone paving.

Swimming Pool Build in La Plata, MD - TT - Wise Pool & Spa

Wise Pool & Spa Service, Inc.

This free form in-ground swimming pool located in La Plata, MD features a pebble finish, glass tile, designer hand rail, and in-pool umbrella. Wise Pool & Spa Service, Inc.

Leschi Residence

Casa Architecture and Interior Design

Jed Miller
Inspiration for a large contemporary side rectangular lengths swimming pool in Seattle with decking and a shelter.

Front and Side Swimming Pool Ideas and Designs

A garden or outdoor swimming pool can be a great way to cool off in the summer, and when the swimming pool covers are on, the fun can continue with steaming hot tubs or home spas. Better yet, if you have the budget and the space to work with, why not install an indoor swimming pool that can be enjoyed all year round? Whether you are looking at the luxury of hot tubs, want a small plunge pool, or you’re planning a brand new outdoor swimming pool or home spa installation, we have plenty of hot tub and outdoor pool designs for you to dip into here at Houzz.

Do new indoor or outdoor swimming pools increase the value of homes?

Outdoor or indoor swimming pools can significantly impact property value by attracting buyers with bigger budgets who are looking for a little luxury in their home. However, installing a large swimming pool could also negatively impact the value of your house if there isn’t enough space left in your garden for anything else. This is why it is important to seek guidance from a swimming pool installer or expert, and choose a swimming pool installation that can fit tastefully in your garden. If you are planning to sell your home, you may also want to look into the range of large inflatable, above ground swimming pools now available so that you can take it with you when you leave.

What type of swimming pool should I install?

The British weather can be unpredictable at best, so while an infinity pool or luxurious outdoor pool may be a stunning addition to a holiday villa abroad, it may be a good idea to look into small plunge pools, heated pools and indoor swimming pool designs instead. This doesn’t mean you will have to compromise on style – even natural swimming pools, which can look stunning when well placed in leafy and luscious gardens, are heatable and therefore usable in slightly colder months. If you don’t quite have the space for a large swimming pool, there are plenty of small swimming pool ideas and designs to work with, and if you speak to an expert they may be able to design bespoke swimming pools to fit perfectly in the space you have. Simple plunge pools are great additions to courtyard gardens or other quiet outdoor spots where you want a quick, refreshing dip, but don’t want the space to be dominated by a large pool. A plunge pool will have to be very carefully planned out, however, as you need the right drainage and safety features, so you can’t just throw one in wherever you have space. Speak to a professional who has experience installing plunge pools beforehand. Of course, with nice garden hot tubs you may not be able swim lengths but you will be able to relax in your garden no matter the weather as you look up at the stars. If you are on a budget there are also affordable inflatable hot tubs that could work in your garden. And, just like inflatable pools, the extra advantage is that they will be able to come with you if you move!

What material should I use for spas or hot tubs?

For a hot tub to survive the changing seasons it is important to choose a material that will be durable. Cedar or other wooden hot tubs can look attractive, but will be harder to maintain. The most popular material is often vinyl for its affordability and versatility but this material is also less likely to last. To get the best bang for your buck, we would recommend opting for a concrete or a fibreglass hot tub or spa, which would provide you with a sturdy solution. In addition, metal above ground hot tubs can be a durable option. To finish off the design of your hot tub we would also recommend that you build a wooden platform around it or take a look at our canopies and gazebos for some privacy. Browse the swimming pools, plunge pools and hot tub photos from professional designers and installers and save your favourites to an ideabook. You can then contact the professionals that worked on any of these swimming pool designs to see if they can create something similar for your house project.

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